PRESS RELEASES
Browse the latest press releases from companies serving the outdoor sports industry. You’ll find news regarding new hires, promotions, products, partnerships, mergers, acquisitions, special announcements, and more.
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November 16, 2015
Copp-Dash Inspire Award Accepting Applications for 2016
The Copp-Dash Inspire Award is currently accepting applications through December 31, 2015 for small climbing teams attempting fast and light alpine climbing objectives with a desire to creatively document and share their experience. The award was established in memory of American climbers Jonny Copp and Micah Dash, who were killed in an...
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November 12, 2015
Confluence Outdoor Raises Funds for American Whitewater
GREENVILLE, S.C. (November 12, 2015) — Confluence Outdoor, the owner of eight unique watersports brands, today announced it raised $6,000 for American Whitewater, a national non-profit organization dedicated to the conservation and restoration of America’s whitewater resources. “American Whitewater’s mission and the important work they do all year is important to our...
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November 12, 2015
Nuu-Muu Inspires Active Women Everywhere With New SCOOP Dress And Extended Sizing
Bellingham, WA, November 12, 2015 – Just in time for the holidays, Nuu-Muu - maker of the original “exercise-and-everything-else” dress - revealed its latest figure-flattering style, the lower-neckline SCOOP dress. Staying true to its mission to inspire as many women as possible, Nuu-Muu also announced an additional 3XL (20-22) size...
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November 11, 2015
Nielsen-Kellerman Launches K5 Kestrel Weather Meters
November 11, 2015 (Boothwyn, Pa.) Nielsen-Kellerman (NK), the leader in rugged environmental and sports performance instruments, launches its line of Kestrel 5 Series meters. The Kestrel 5 Series meters communicate wirelessly with mobile devices via Bluetooth for immediate and accurate weather data that can be used by professionals and amateurs alike in...
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November 10, 2015
The Hard Drop of an Urban Skier
Jackson, Wyo. (Nov 10, 2015) A new feature-length documentary directed by Clayton Vila and produced by Teton Gravity Research (TGR), "For Lack of Better", provides insight into the underbelly of a little-known sect of modern-day athleticism, known as street skiing. Outlining the immense commitments and challenges endured for each minute of...
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November 10, 2015
From the Amazon to Zambezi, Nite Ize Travels with Survivalist Forrest Galante
Boulder, Colo., November 10, 2015 – With an innate passion for the outdoors, Forrest Galante is one of the world’s greatest adventurers, a renowned survivalist, and a dedicated Nite Ize® enthusiast. Galante has now officially partnered with Nite Ize, a manufacturer of innovative products that enhance user lifestyles, in an effort to...
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November 9, 2015
Pearl Izumi Pushes the Pace with Road NØ v2 Minimalist Run Shoe
Louisville, Colo. (Nov. 9, 2015)- Pearl Izumi, maker of run, ride and triathlon performance footwear and apparel, is excited to release the Road NØ v2 minimalist road running shoe for Winter 2015/2016. This shoe is an update to Pearl Izumi’s and a branch of their neutral range of road shoes, featuring lightweight...
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November 9, 2015
PeopleForBikes Hosts Top Executives at D.C. Fly-In
Boulder, Colo. (Nov. 9, 2015)- Last week, PeopleForBikes was in Washington D.C. for an all-women’s Fly-in with sixteen of top bicycle industry executives to help make biking better in America. PeopleForBikes leaders and industry executives met with members of congress, senior staff, as well as other influential stakeholders and coalition leaders to help move...
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November 4, 2015
Stio Continues Strong Growth With New Hires, Expanded Headquarters
JACKSON, Wyo. (November 4, 2015) – Jackson Hole mountain apparel company Stio announces new hires and an expanded corporate headquarters as part of its 2015 year-end expansion plan. Liz Barrett joins Stio as marketing manager and John Herskind joins Stio’s graphic design team. The company will move from its current Wilson, Wyoming,...
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November 4, 2015
Hillsound Equipment Sponsors Phantom Run Trail Race
Hillsound Equipment- the leading producer of adventure and fishing traction equipment and gaiters for urban and outdoor enthusiasts- is excited to be a premier sponsor for the Phantom Run Trail Race by Mountain Madness. The race is taking place on Saturday, November 14, 2015 in North Vancouver at the Lower...